Impact of prophylactic percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy on malnutrition and quality of life in patients with head and neck cancer — a randomized study

Volume: 34, Issue: 1, Pages: 1 - 9
Published: Jan 1, 2012
Abstract
Background. The purpose of this randomized study was to examine if a prophylactic percutaneous endo- scopic gastrostomy (PEG) for enteral nutrition could prevent malnutrition, reduce hospital stay, and improve health-related quality of life (HRQOL). Methods. One hundred thirty-four patients with advanced head and neck cancer were randomized to either prophylactic PEG (study group) or clinical praxis (control group). Patients' weight, body mass...
Paper Details
Title
Impact of prophylactic percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy on malnutrition and quality of life in patients with head and neck cancer — a randomized study
Published Date
Jan 1, 2012
Volume
34
Issue
1
Pages
1 - 9
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